Forbes - Spa Nail Treatment

The guest is called for their treatment in a discreet and personalized manner. The therapist proactively approaches the guest

Therapist introduces themselves by name and offers a professional handshake or similar gracious gesture

Therapist is highly articulate and avoids slang and excessive use of phrase-fragments

Therapist is exceptionally polite and courteous

If the guest is wearing jewelry into the treatment room, they are asked to remove it; staff presents a specific vessel to hold it and reminds the guest of jewelry at end of treatment

Before beginning, therapist describes the treatment, if appropriate, and inquires about any medical concerns and/or special requirements

Therapist executes the treatment with complete regard for information offered by the guest in regard to preferences and areas of concern

Therapist exhibits a genuine sense of concern for the guest's comfort

When advised of any sort of guest discomfort or concern with the treatment, therapist sincerely apologizes and takes reasonable, corrective action

If appropriate, therapist demonstrates complete respect for guest's privacy by using discreet draping techniques

During the treatment, therapist is genuinely expert, using precise and consistent techniques

Therapist comports themselves in a way that allows for a completely relaxing and restful treatment

Therapist does not initiate excessive conversation or make unprofessional comments

Therapist can accurately and knowledgeably answer reasonable guest questions without offering "medical" advice

Any information offered by therapist is relevant and appropriately shared

Therapist is appropriately present throughout the treatment and does not leave for a significant amount of time without explanation

The treatment is executed with high regard for the guest's safety and well-being; the guest experiences no ill-effects from products if allergies/conditions have been made known

Therapist is aware of other treatments the guest has booked during the same spa visit to ensure a sense of continuity

The guest's name is used naturally as a signal of recognition

Therapist closes interactions with polite, appropriate remarks

Therapist escorts the guest to/from lounges, waiting areas or reception area if using a spa suite

Treatment begins and ends on schedule, within five minutes of expected or booked time

Therapist automatically offers/provides a beverage; it is served at an appropriate time

Therapists encountered are extremely well-groomed

Treatment room/salon is conveniently designed and immaculate in appearance

Seating is extremely comfortable

All furnishings, equipment and implements are immaculate, hygienic and neatly organized/arranged

When inside a private treatment room, ambiance is relaxed, quiet, private and comfortable

Therapist can control environmental comfort factors such as temperature and music when inside a private treatment room

The interior design style of the salon is high quality and in keeping with the design style of the spa's public spaces

Lotions, masks and scrubs used during the treatment are presented in a personalized manner and in unique/decorative vessels

Products used during the treatment are high quality

Following the treatment, nails appear professionally groomed

Elements of the treatment combine to produce an overall distinctive experience